Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – Long-Term Care (LTC) for travel assignments. This role involves providing compassionate and skilled nursing care to residents in nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and assisted living facilities. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, detail-oriented, and able to work in a team-based environment.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting.
- Administer medications, treatments, and wound care as prescribed.
- Monitor residents’ vital signs, conditions, and overall well-being.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to create care plans.
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including mobility and hygiene.
- Provide emotional support and education to residents and their families.
- Ensure proper documentation of medical records and care plans.
- Adhere to infection control, safety, and regulatory protocols.
Qualifications
- Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience: Minimum 1-2 years in a long-term care or geriatric nursing setting.
- Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred.
- Skills: Strong patient care, wound care, and medication administration.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift patients, work extended shifts, and provide hands-on care.
- Travel Readiness: Open to temporary travel assignments.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and travel stipends.
- Opportunity to work in top-rated long-term care facilities.
- Access to continuing education and professional growth.
- Flexible travel contracts with potential for extensions.
Job Description
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) seeking a rewarding travel healthcare assignment in Dubuque, Iowa? TLC Nursing is currently offering a unique opportunity for an RN specializing in Long-Term Care (LTC) to join our dedicated team for a 3-week assignment.
In this role, you will provide essential care and support to LTC patients in Dubuque, Iowa, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being throughout your assignment. As a travel nurse, you will have the chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant community of Dubuque while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.
Your responsibilities will include administering medication, monitoring patient vital signs, collaborating with the healthcare team to develop care plans, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. Your expertise as an RN will be instrumental in delivering high-quality care and promoting positive health outcomes for LTC patients in Dubuque.
At TLC Nursing, we pride ourselves on our TLC Culture, which is nurse-founded and focused on providing 24/7 recruiter support, personalized career guidance, and assistance with housing and licensing. Joining our team means you will have the support and resources you need to excel in your role as a travel healthcare professional.
**Weekly Pay: $1440.13**
**Guaranteed Hours: 34.5 per week**
In addition to a competitive weekly pay rate, this opportunity comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Best in the Industry Pay Packages
- $25,000 Life Insurance Policy – Effective from Day One
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – available the 1st of the month after hire
- Paid Time Off – Accrued Day 1, eligible after 1 year of employment (unless required earlier by state law)
- 401(k) – Available after 1 year of employment; fully vested after 5 years
- Aflac – Available for employee purchase
- Referral Program – Payouts for referring other healthcare professionals
- EAP – Free, confidential services for employees and their households via Invest EAP
If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling travel healthcare assignment as an LTC RN in Dubuque, Iowa, apply now to join our dynamic team at TLC Nursing. Make a difference while exploring a new city and advancing your career in healthcare.